Deaths

The keeping of death records began in South Dakota in 1905, though it took a
few years for full compliance. You can order death records from the State
Department of Health and Vital Records. Some records prior to 1905 may be at
the Shannon County Registrar's Office in Hot Springs, SD. You can find the
address under Court Houses. Also be
sure to check cemetery
records for death information. Many people who lived in Shannon County may
have died in rest homes or hospitals located in Rapid City, SD or Gordon, NE.
You can also find death information in obituaries, so be sure to check there as
well. All are welcome to contribute death information to this site by email.